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Rachel: Boulder SAT tutor
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...my students a diversity of learning approaches so that we can figure out which one works best for them. I love getting to know my students personally so that I can best match my teaching style to the type of person and learner they are. I have a B.A. in History from Brown University and a Masters of Science in Environmental Education, plus over 7 years of teaching experience. I don't give my students the...
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Brown University - Bachelors, History
Antioch University New England - Masters, Environmental Education
Kyle: Boulder SAT tutor
Certified SAT Prep Tutor in Boulder, CO
...educate many different styles of learners. I also have the experience with graduate standardized testing, as I scored in the 95th percentile or above on the SAT, ACT, and MCAT. Since graduating in May with two degrees in biology and psychology, I have spent my time going through the medical school application process. During the upcoming year, I hope to help tutor those still in school not only to keep on my toes academically, but...
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University of Colorado Denver - Bachelor of Science, Biology & Psychology
Haley: Boulder SAT tutor
Certified SAT Prep Tutor in Boulder, CO
...for the subject while deepening conceptual understandings. The greatest metric of success in a tutoring session is being told that I was able to break down explanations from the student's class and reformulate them into a version that is compatible with their way of thinking. I aim to use my empathy and sensitivity to students' unique struggles and learning styles to teach concepts and problem-solving strategies in an individualized manner. While I specialize in chemistry,...
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University of Arizona - Bachelor of Science, Chemistry
Jenny: Boulder SAT tutor
Certified SAT Prep Tutor in Boulder, CO
...college students, helping them with writing, studying, and other aspects of adjusting to life in college. In high school, too, I enjoyed leading my peers in study groups for various classes, from English to History and so on. Following my graduation, I spent a year working for the Psychology department as a Paraprofessional. I ran all of the Introduction to Psychology labs, helped with other labs and classes, and hosted writing workshops for both Introductory...
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Colorado College - Bachelors, Psychology
Bill: Boulder SAT tutor
Certified SAT Prep Tutor in Boulder, CO
...helping others succeed at math as well as doing math myself. I have taught and tutored math at all different levels and understand the roadblocks that students may encounter in learning most topics. I will always respect your goals and your efforts to achieve them. I will help you master specific skills and help you think mathematically so that you can achieve success in future endeavors. Math is not a spectator sport - LET'S START...
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New York University - Bachelor in Arts, English
Ohio State University-Main Campus - Master of Science, Mathematics
Adeline: Boulder SAT tutor
Certified SAT Prep Tutor in Boulder, CO
I am a senior at Bowdoin College in Brunswick, Maine. I will graduate with a Bachelor of Arts in Neuroscience and International Relations. I have an interest in Global Health and have spent extended time in Geneva, Switzerland studying global health and Thimpu, Bhutan working in a hospital. I tutor a broad range of subjects including exam prep for IB, AP, ACT and SAT exams. I firmly...
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Bowdoin College - Bachelor in Arts, Neuroscience and Intl Relations
Alissa: Boulder SAT tutor
Certified SAT Prep Tutor in Boulder, CO
...and varied - I served as a kindergarten teacher assistant for many years, a private tutor in my time as an undergraduate, a Visiting Professor of English Language at Pammukale University in Turkey as a Fulbright scholar, and a preschool teacher on the South Side of Chicago. I am a published poet, a children's book author, and have developed curriculum for elementary, high school, and university-level students in early literacy, English Language Arts, and test...
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Pepperdine University - Bachelors, Creative Writing
University of Chicago - Masters, Philosophy of Language and Ethics
David: Boulder SAT tutor
Certified SAT Prep Tutor in Boulder, CO
...key to educational success is for students to take ownership of the material and to accomplish teachers to make learning personal. I strive to understand each students' unique strengths and struggles and tailor my presentation to their needs. I earned my B.A. from Colorado College in International Political Economy. I have a Masters of Public Policy from Pepperdine University and I am currently applying to PhD programs in International Development and Foreign Policy. Outside of academics,...
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Colorado College - Bachelors, International Political Economy
Pepperdine University - Masters, Master of Public Policy
Colton: Boulder SAT tutor
Certified SAT Prep Tutor in Boulder, CO
...tutor from elementary to high school levels. In addition to teaching, I have personal experience with the ACT, SAT, AP, IB, and MCAT exams. I would like to now use my teaching experience to help local students in the subjects I encountered during my undergraduate career. I love teaching and work to make learning as easy as possible by employing games, shortcuts, and gradual build-up so that my students can improve to their desired performance...
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University of Virginia-Main Campus - Bachelor of Science, Biomedical Engineering
Joellen: Boulder SAT tutor
Certified SAT Prep Tutor in Boulder, CO
...bachelor's of science in journalism from Ohio University (go bobcats!) Since graduation, I have worked as a middle and high school science teacher in Mississippi and Colorado. I tutor a few different subjects, but I am really passionate about helping students improve their standardized test scores as they prepare for college. Improving SAT and ACT scores can really open doors to admission and scholarships at great schools! Currently I am a graduate student studying social...
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Ohio University - Bachelor of Science, Journalism - Public relations
University of Denver - Masters, Social Work
Rob: Boulder SAT tutor
Certified SAT Prep Tutor in Boulder, CO
...to Denver to teach 7th Composition. I am a certified teacher for English 6-12, and have spent two years teaching how to craft a strong, persuasive essay! Anything to do with essay construction, literary analysis, argumentation, or creative writing I can do! Additionally, I also provide a teacher's perspective and can coach you through how to meet assignment expectations. As a teacher I also spent a considerable amount of time teaching test taking strategies, and...
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University of Puget Sound - Bachelors, English Literature and American Politics
Karen: Boulder SAT tutor
Certified SAT Prep Tutor in Boulder, CO
...and SAT prep. I love tutoring English and Spanish. I studied both of these subjects in college, so I feel confident in these areas. Plus, I love reading and discussing it and am eager to share that passion with others. I have lived abroad in two Spanish-speaking countries, and I want to help students improve their Spanish skills so they can have similarly wonderful experiences abroad. Basically, I want to help students understand how these...
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Brent: Boulder SAT tutor
Certified SAT Prep Tutor in Boulder, CO
...Auto Finance as a data analyst for 4 years before moving from my home state of Texas to Colorado. My tutoring style is patient, analytical, thorough, and engaged. My main goal is to help you become a better problem solver by focusing on foundational knowledge, critical thinking, and reasoning. I value all subject matter, but I find mathematics and science to be the most powerful and exciting fields of study. Outside of academic and professional...
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University of Notre Dame - Bachelors, Mechanical Engineering
Pamela: Boulder SAT tutor
Certified SAT Prep Tutor in Boulder, CO
...Bachelors at Brown University (in Geology) and my Masters at Colorado State University (in Watershed Science), I have uncovered a love not only for academic topics I learned, but for teaching those topics to those around me. Most recently, I was a Teaching Assistant for a watershed course at Colorado State University, in which I enjoyed leading laboratory sessions and working through problem sets with undergraduate students. I have a long (6 year) history of...
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Brown University - Bachelor in Arts, Geology (biology track)
Cherise: Boulder SAT tutor
Certified SAT Prep Tutor in Boulder, CO
...2-16. Most recently I was a lead early childhood teacher with JumpBunch. I also have experience as a Reading Partners tutor, a first grade classroom intern, a pre-school classroom intern, a tennis instructor and an Elementary School reading tutor. I have developed invaluable skills crucial to being a successful educator through these experiences. I have earned over 15 college credits in the School of Education at University of Maryland. My studies and experiences have helped...
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University of Maryland-College Park - Bachelors, Family Sciences (Concentration on Education)
Jonathan: Boulder SAT tutor
Certified SAT Prep Tutor in Boulder, CO
...to live. I myself was only able to get into medical school because my father stressed the importance of mathematics when i was very young. It helped get me through the hardest parts of college. Even now, while on leave from Med School, I am able to do what I love, because of those who helped me in the past. I first began tutoring seriously in college. I began with college algebra and moved on...
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University of Houston Downtown - Bachelors, Biology, General
Jiwu: Boulder SAT tutor
Certified SAT Prep Tutor in Boulder, CO
...School, helping other classmates grasp topics the teachers did not explain well. As a member of the National Honor Society in High School I logged many volunteer hours tutoring high school students struggling in Math, History, and most other high school subjects. I have tutored a wide range of subjects including Economics, Chinese, and several different grade levels of Math and SAT prep. Math has always been my favorite subject to tutor because finding the...
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University of Michigan - Bachelor in Arts, Economics, Intl Studies
Erica: Boulder SAT tutor
Certified SAT Prep Tutor in Boulder, CO
I am dedicated to providing individualized education for all types of learners. I know that not all students learn the same way, and I utilize a variety of instruction methods to individualize learning. With the right teaching style, every student can succeed.... Not all students learn the same way. I utilize a variety of instruction methods to individualize learning. With the right teaching style, every student can succeed.... I like to spend the first session getting...
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Colorado College - Bachelors, Biology: Organisms, Ecology & Evolution
Erin: Boulder SAT tutor
Certified SAT Prep Tutor in Boulder, CO
...better readers and writers (in my mind, the two go hand in hand), both for academic purposes and personal growth. My experience has ranged from spelling and mechanics with elementary and middle schoolers, to college essay organization, and test preparation with high schoolers. I spent time in college helping friends and classmates fine-tune extensive thesis papers, edit personal statements for graduate-level programs, and yes, even spelling and mechanics! As I am sure you have noticed,...
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University of Colorado Boulder - Bachelor in Arts, English Literature
John: Boulder SAT tutor
Certified SAT Prep Tutor in Boulder, CO
...Specifically, I enjoy literature and writing, and I absolutely loved my AP English courses in high school. I also have extensive experience working with children of all ages and abilities at various summer programs. Furthermore, my child development minor has equipped me with a broad understanding of how to effectively engage children with compassion and enthusiasm. I aspire to be a therapist for adolescents and young adults after completing graduate school, largely because I so...
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Texas Christian University - Bachelor of Science, Psychology
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